Myeongin Andong Soju

Myeongin Andong Soju Yangbantal

명인 안동소주 양반탈

Myeongin Andong Soju Yangbantal is a 45% ABV traditional distilled spirit from Gyeongsangbuk-do, named after the iconic Yangban mask from Andong's Hahoe mask dance tradition. Made from domestic rice, nuruk, and purified water, this is a craft-forward expression that channels centuries of Andong distillation heritage into a bold, full-strength bottle. The Yangbantal branding connects the spirit to Andong's cultural identity beyond just the liquid, but the contents more than justify the association. The nose opens with deep toasted grain, fermented rice complexity, a warm honey-like sweetness, and the distinctive earthy funkiness that only nuruk-based fermentation delivers. On the palate, the body is full and commanding with a dense, almost oily texture. The rice character is rich and layered — warm, toasty, with a savory grain depth that builds through the mid-palate. Nuruk adds its signature earthy, slightly tangy dimension. At 45%, the spirit carries serious warmth but integrates it smoothly. The finish is very long, with toasted rice and warm earth persisting well after the last sip. The generous 800ml bottle suits gatherings and gift-giving. Serve neat at room temperature with traditional Korean barbecue, fermented dishes like aged kimchi or doenjang, or as a contemplative nightcap.

45% ABV800ml

Myeongin Andong Soju 22%

명인 안동소주 22%

Myeongin Andong Soju 22% is a 22% ABV craft spirit from Gyeongsangbuk-do that distills rice, nuruk, and water through the centuries-old Andong soju tradition under the guidance of Korean Food Master No. 6, Park Jae-seo. At 22%, this sits at the accessible end of the Andong spectrum, designed for food-friendly drinking rather than contemplation. The nose is soft and grain-forward — steamed rice, a clean lactic note from nuruk, and a gentle warmth that barely registers at this proof. On the palate, the body is light-medium with a smooth, almost silky texture. The grain character is clean and direct, with a subtle rice sweetness that stays composed rather than cloying. Nuruk contributes a faint umami depth that gives the spirit more dimension than its simple ingredient list suggests. The mid-palate is open and gently warming, with no rough edges. The finish is short and clean, leaving a soft rice sweetness and quiet grain warmth. The 2015 Find-a-Brewery designation reinforces the producer's craft identity. At 360ml, serve lightly chilled alongside jjigae, jeon, or the full spread of a Korean family meal where the gentle profile complements without drawing attention to itself.

22% ABV360ml

Myeongin Andong Soju Hahoetal

명인 안동소주 하회탈

Myeongin Andong Soju Hahoetal is a 45% ABV expression that honors Andong's Hahoe mask dance heritage through a 100% Korean rice spirit of considerable intensity and restraint. Crafted under Korean Food Master No. 6, Park Jae-seo, with the brewery's 2015 Find-a-Brewery pedigree, this bottle carries cultural weight. The nose is assertive yet composed — pure grain clarity, a firm rice-starch aroma, and a disciplined alcohol warmth that stays integrated despite the high proof. A faint nuruk complexity adds a savory undertone. On the palate, the body is medium-full with a clean, firm texture that reflects the rice purity. The grain character is austere and focused: dry, almost mineral rice notes with none of the sweetness that lower-proof expressions allow. There is a quiet power in the mid-palate — the alcohol declares itself as warmth rather than burn, building steadily and evenly. The finish is long, dry, and clean, with persistent grain warmth and a mineral close. At 800ml, this is a generous format for a spirit of this caliber. Serve neat at room temperature, where the full structural intensity can be appreciated, alongside bold-flavored Korean dishes like galbi, bossam, or jokbal that need a spirit with backbone.

45% ABV800ml

Myeongin Andong Soju

명인 안동소주

Myeongin Andong Soju is a 45% ABV flagship spirit from Gyeongsangbuk-do that represents the definitive expression of Korean Food Master No. 6, Park Jae-seo's craft. Built on 100% Korean rice with nuruk fermentation and traditional distillation, it embodies the Andong soju tradition at full strength. The nose is pure and direct — clean cooked rice, a firm grain austerity, and an underlying nuruk complexity that reveals itself slowly. The alcohol is present but restrained, integrated rather than aggressive. On the palate, the body is medium-full with a dense, polished texture. The rice character dominates: dry, clean, and mineral-edged, with a savory depth that separates it from the anonymity of mass-produced spirits. There is a subtle grain sweetness at mid-palate — not sugary but more like the faint sweetness of freshly steamed rice — before the spirit tightens into a dry, focused close. The finish is long, steady, and warming, with rice grain persistence and a clean mineral tail. The 2015 Find-a-Brewery designation validates the traditional production. At 800ml, this is the everyday-to-special-occasion format. Serve at room temperature alongside Korean grilled meats, rich stews, or fermented dishes where the spirit's structural clarity provides a commanding counterpoint.